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Next-generation nasal inhaler takes a unique dual-action approach to helping you fall asleep and stay asleep
Pronto rechargeable nasal inhalers consistently deliver soothing essential oil scents to promote better sleep and clearer breathing
Millions of Americans didn’t sleep well last night. Whether it’s from stress or a busy brain just refusing to slow down, most people have restless nights at least once a month.1 When this happens to you, there’s now a smart, drug-free way to get the zzzz’s you need. Pronto Sleep is the first-ever dual action, rechargeable nasal inhaler.
Legendary Ballerina celebrates a Decade of Sobriety
Legendary Ballerina Lauren Anderson takes a moment to celebrate a decade of being sober from alcohol and drugs. The disease hit Lauren in the 90's, during the peak of her career as the first African-American Principal Ballerina of the Houston Ballet. Under the pressure of being the best, Anderson attempted to cope through alcohol and drugs. The pressure would only increase after retirement in 2006 while trying to figure out the next chapter in her life.
Port of Beaumont looks to the future
The shipping hub, with FEMA’s help, is completing its recovery from Hurricane Harvey
When Hurricane Harvey flooded Beaumont in August 2017, it didn’t only affect local people and businesses — it shut down one of the most important ports for the U.S. economy. FEMA and Port of Beaumont leadership knew they needed to work together to get the international shipping hub back online as quickly as possible.
Midtown Houston’s ‘Lounge on the Lawn’ Event Invites Community to Family-Friendly Entertainment at Midtown Park
Midtown Houston residents, Houstonians and visitors to the Bayou City can spend an entire day taking in the green beauty of Midtown Park at the upcoming Lounge on the Lawn event. Everyone is invited to celebrate with the community on Saturday, April 27 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. as planned activities centered on appreciation of pets and local cuisine as well as arts and culture enable guests to explore different aspects of Midtown.
GM to Add Second Shift and More Than 400 Hourly Jobs at Bowling Green (Ky.) Assembly Plant
Since 2011, GM has invested more than $900 million in Bowling Green
General Motors is adding a second shift and more than 400 hourly jobs at its Bowling Green (Kentucky) Assembly plant to support production of the Next Generation Corvette, which will be revealed on July 18, 2019.
Black Construction Companies Working on $350 Million Obama Presidential Center
Now that Barack Obama is out of the White House, he’s making a statement on support for Black businesses with a huge deal for the Obama Presidential Center.
CoverGirl Features Their First Black Model with Vitiligo in New Campaign
Amy Deanna is breaking barriers thanks to CoverGirl. For the first time, CoverGirl is featuring a model with vitiligo in a dynamic new ad campaign.
HISD Budget Deficit Projection Reduced to $115 Million
As HISD continues to prepare a budget for the 2018-19 school year, the district anticipates a projected deficit reduction from $208 million to $115 million. This revised deficit includes several budget assumptions related to Hurricane Harvey relief and pending litigation.
Pop Some Bubbly At The General Public This Valentine’s Day
Live music, complimentary champagne flights and chocolate served all day Feb. 14
There are dozens of ways to impress your better half on Valentine’s Day, but none quite like the romantic experience that The General Public has planned.
Corner Bakery Donates More Than $100,000 to Habitat for Humanity
Popular neighborhood bakery surpasses fundraising goal for national charity partner
While 2020 was a challenging year, Corner Bakery kept the spirit of giving alive throughout its communities by raising funds for its national charity partner, Habitat for Humanity, and also continuing to give back to local non-profit organizations.
Texas Grid Manager, Electricity Transmission Company Hit with Lawsuit for Ignoring Warnings About Grid, Electricity Infrastructure Weaknesses
Suit claims ERCOT, AEP responsible for property damage, business interruptions
Texas’ electricity grid manager ERCOT and electricity transmission company American Electric Power Company (AEP) consciously ignored repeated warnings about weaknesses in the state’s power infrastructure and bear responsibility for property damage and business interruptions from recent catastrophic winter weather power outages, according to a lawsuit filed Friday.
Cadence Bank Announces Strategic Business Alliance with Unity National Bank
Cadence Bank, a subsidiary of Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE: CADE), today announced a strategic business alliance with Houston-based Unity National Bank of Houston (Unity National Bank), the only Black owned banking institution in Texas. The cooperative alliance brings growth capital to Unity National Bank, strengthening its ability to make commercial loans and deliver other banking and financial solutions to businesses, individuals and families in minority and underserved communities in Greater Houston and Atlanta.
MOVE Texas’s Statement on the Start of Texas’s Third Special Session
The third special session of the Texas Legislature starts today, marking the beginning of yet another month where Texas lawmakers will go to extreme lengths in an attempt to pass abhorrent laws and further exhaust an already weary electorate. This time around, the focus is on redistricting, where some cynical Texas lawmakers are setting out to redraw voting maps along partisan lines in order to further entrench their own political power.
Desert Door premieres Easteños: True Cowboys of the Wild Horse Desert
The short film, Easteños: True Cowboys of the Wild Horse Desert, tells the story of brothers and cowboys Timo and Miguel Rodriguez. As part of a collaborative series with Desert Door Texas Sotol and Ocotillo films, this film highlights the cowboy’s connection to the land and explores what it means to be a true cowboy. Hosted by Desert Door at the Hotel Emma in San Antonio’s Pearl District, the short film premier was followed by an interactive Q&A session with the East Foundation cowboys featured in the film, Foundation CEO Neal Wilkins, and the film producers.
PAW Patrol’s Marshall and Skye get ready for action at Children's Museum Houston
Saturday, Aug. 28 beginning at 10 a.m.
PAW Patrol is on a roll! Children’s Museum Houston invites you to join the PAW Patrol pack. Marshall and Skye are in for a final summer fun rescue. Don’t miss the opportunity to unleash your imagination during a PAW Patrol-inspired event. No job is too big, no pup is too small!
Digital Healthcare Platform HUED Lands $1.6M in Funding from Serena Williams and Others
The digital health start-up HUED, founded in 2018 by Kimberly Wilson with the aim of connecting patients with Black and Latinx healthcare providers, recently raised $1.6 million in seed funding led by women venture capitalists.
Congressman Al Green Pays Homage to Merchant Mariners of World War II in Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony
On Wednesday, May 18, 2022, the 117th Congress of the United States is holding a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony to honor the Merchant Mariners of World War II (WWII). Congressman Al Green, who will be in attendance, released the following statement:
ParkHouston’s New Online Training Fights Disabled Parking Abuse
The City of Houston is pleased to announce a new online course for residents interested in volunteering to help prevent the abuse of parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities. Through its public parking management team, ParkHouston, the City will offer virtual training modules to allow Houstonians 24-hour access to complete the Volunteer Parking Enforcement certification at their convenience. Until now, this training was only offered in person or through fixed-schedule online courses.
Harris County DA's Office: Mental Health Jail Diversion Program earns recognition
Statewide group praises local effort to help mentally ill instead of jailing them, calls for program led by DA to be example for othersA statewide group is commending a program, under the leadership of District Attorney Kim Ogg, for its “outstanding” results in keeping the community safer by helping mentally ill people instead of locking them up.
Dad Inspired By His Autistic Son Is Educating African Americans About Hidden Talents Within the Autism Community
Meet George D. Williams, MS, an Adult Autism expert and author from Denver, Colorado, whose experience with his son, Nathan, has inspired him to educate others about the hidden talents that autistic people have. In his new book, Mount Up With Wings, he explores the need to integrate autistic talent into mainstream society and teach others how to live and work with the autism community.
